...transit and its wonderful messes. The show begins at 7 p.m. Monday at SPACE (1245 Chicago Ave., Evanston). While tickets are unfortunately sold out online, there will be standby tickets available at...

Garfield Conservatory (300 N. Central Park Ave.) might be the city’s most underrated place to get some fresh air, especially since...

...for a little competition, consider the NBA Jam tournament at Emporium Arcade Bar Logan Square (2363 N Milwaukee Ave.). The name is a little misleading — the arcade-based competition features video games from “NBA...

5 things to do on President's Day in Chicago

It's a three-day weekend, and, in case you didn't already have plans for that much-needed Monday off, we've got you covered with five extra options this weekend. Tell a transit (horror) story Sponsored by WBEZ and Vocalo, the Moth Storyslam series is always a popular draw, as droves of folks pack a rotating series of venues to drink and hear amateur storytellers recite remarkable tales on a particular topic.

Residents are not being notified of neighborhood criminal activity in a timely manner. If residents and guests are not notified by the city or association management companies, the criminals are free to attack again until they are caught.There must be a better notification system sent immediately once an attack is reported by a victim.

21 patrons perished at the former club located at 2300 South Michigan.

15th Anniversary Of E2 Tragedy

CHICAGO (CBS) - Today marks the 15th anniversary of the E2 nightclub stampede that killed nearly two dozen people. 21 patrons perished at the former club located at 2300 South Michigan. More than 50 others were hurt. The stampede happened after a security guard used pepper spray to break up a fight.

...transit and its wonderful messes. The show begins at 7 p.m. Monday at SPACE (1245 Chicago Ave., Evanston). While tickets are unfortunately sold out online, there will be standby tickets available at...

Garfield Conservatory (300 N. Central Park Ave.) might be the city’s most underrated place to get some fresh air, especially since...

...for a little competition, consider the NBA Jam tournament at Emporium Arcade Bar Logan Square (2363 N Milwaukee Ave.). The name is a little misleading — the arcade-based competition features video games from “NBA...

5 things to do on President's Day in Chicago

It's a three-day weekend, and, in case you didn't already have plans for that much-needed Monday off, we've got you covered with five extra options this weekend. Tell a transit (horror) story Sponsored by WBEZ and Vocalo, the Moth Storyslam series is always a popular draw, as droves of folks pack a rotating series of venues to drink and hear amateur storytellers recite remarkable tales on a particular topic.

A couple of large data center projects near downtown have been proposed near McCormick Place, and 350 E. Cermak Road, which is one of the world's largest data centers. But neither of those appears close to breaking ground.

The 18th annual Polar Plunge will take place on Sunday, March 4, at 10 am at North Avenue Beach, 1601 N. Lake Shore Drive. For more information on how you can participate in the Polar Plunge, please visit the Chicago Polar Plunge website.

The event will take place on Tuesday, February 20, from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM at the Copernicus Center, 5216 W. Lawrence. Learn more and register online.

I hop you’ll take the opportunity, if you are able, to help further democracy and serve as an election judge. Apply online or download an application for this personally rewarding job at the Board of Election website, or pick up an application in my office, 4754 N. Milwaukee.

Liberty Tax Service, 4900 W. Irving Park, has partnered with the Irving Park Community Food Pantry, 3801 N. Keeler, again this tax season as a way to give back to our community.

Liberty Tax Service, 4900 W. Irving Park, has partnered with the Irving Park Community Food Pantry, 3801 N. Keeler, again this tax season as a way to give back to our community.

The village meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 21, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Portage Park Senior Center, 4100 N. Long. If you have any questions ahead of the meeting, feel free to contact Sean Dolan at 312-744-9022 or atsean.dolan@cityofchicago.org.

The Schurz High School boys’ basketball team has been invited to play at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison, at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 10.

The event is on Saturday, February 10, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm in the recreation gym at the school, 4140 W. Addison. Tickets cost $25 per person and a table can seat up to 8. Registration forms are available at my website.

Students will meet in the community room at the 17th District Police Station, 4650 N. Pulaski, every Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 pm.

Sat., Feb 10, 5 pm, St. John’s Episcopal Church, 3857 N. Kostner.Celebrate Darwin Day with a conversation about climate change and the future of our food supply. Speakers Dr. William Bromer and Vicki Westerhoff will be in attendance. More info: online.Free.

Dear Neighbor, Please be advised that in observance of Lincoln's birthday, my office will be closed on Monday, February 12. It will re-open on Tuesday, February 13, at 9:00 am. I'm pleased to share an update on the development of 5150 N. Northwest Highway.

More than 10,000 blooms of native and Asian orchids are featured in "Asia in Bloom: The Orchid Show." The special exhibit starts this weekend at the Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. $12; $10 for kids and seniors; $25-$30 parking per car or van. (847) 835-5440 or chicagobotanic.org. 10 a.m.

During the week, Google Maps provides faster local routes, particularly if you're coming from the south. For example, it recommends exiting at the 35th or 31st street exits and taking 26th Street toward King Drive, a route that clocks in at around 10 minutes after exiting the Dan Ryan Expressway.

Getting There: 2018 Chicago Auto Show

Anyone with a GPS, either on their phone or in the car, knows to be as specific as possible when it comes listing their destination. Rule No. 1 for getting to the 2018 Chicago Auto Show? Make sure your route takes you to McCormick Place. The 110th annual event returns to its longtime home Feb.

It's the weekend before Valentine's Day and the events are looking good! Whether you're looking for something to do with a significant other or just have a good time by yourself, there's tons to do from concerts, arts, comedy, and cars. So don't hesitate, go out and enjoy everything Chicago has to offer!

Actor and comedian Bob Saget brings his adults-only style of standup comedy to the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake; more on this, poet-scholar Eve L. Ewing at Oakton Community College, the Joffrey Ballet at the Auditorium Theatre and more fun events.

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